EY-Parthenon - Investment Banking - Diversified Industrials - Analyst

Overview

At EY, we’re committed to shaping your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected network of diverse teams and support your career growth. Join EY and help build a better working world.

The opportunity

EY-Parthenon’s unique combination of transformative strategy, transactions and corporate finance delivers real-world value—solutions that work in practice, not just on paper. Benefiting from EY’s full spectrum of services, we’ve reimagined strategic consulting to operate in a world of increasing complexity. With deep functional and sector expertise, paired with innovative AI-powered technology and an investor mindset, we partner with CEOs, Boards, Private Equity and Governments at every step—enabling you to shape your future with confidence.

Ernst & Young Capital Advisors, LLC (EYCA) offers investment banking services with access to a global network of EY mergers & acquisitions, debt capital markets and equity capital markets professionals. The global EY network provides a comprehensive suite of services, and EY firms consistently rank among the leading financial services firms based on the number of completed transactions globally.

As an M&A Investment Banking Experienced Analyst, you’ll work in a team setting to provide clients with objective advice on M&A and corporate financing alternatives through highly focused industry teams with world-class, global execution capabilities. You’ll be an important part of our diversely talented, highly experienced team and work at the forefront of high-profile transactions. You’ll be working in a small and collaborative team environment with investment banking professionals on a variety of projects across Industrial sub-sectors including Aerospace & Defense, Energy, Construction and Chemicals.

Your key responsibilities

• Support and execute M&A and corporate finance engagements as a vital member of the team.
• Analyze financial data and identify key trends behind the performance of a business.
• Prepare financial models and cash flow scenarios; conduct research and drive analyses.
• Develop marketing presentations and information memoranda; assist in developing team members’ careers.

Skills and attributes for success

• Advise companies on strategic and corporate finance alternatives and drive the execution of M&A transactions.
• Prepare pitch books, information memoranda and related materials for M&A and capital-raising mandates.
• Perform extensive financial and valuation analyses and pro forma modeling.
• Identify key issues and potential areas of valuation and transaction risk.
• Conduct in-depth market-sector and company-specific research.
• Support business development initiatives.

To qualify for the role

• A bachelor’s degree.
• At least 1 year of prior experience in investment banking or similar M&A execution experience.
• Strong working knowledge of Excel for financial modeling, including pivot tables and in-depth modeling.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills with the ability to exercise sound independent judgment.
• Efficient use of research databases and technical ability to analyze data.
• Strong communication skills and excellent interpersonal abilities to develop and maintain relationships at all levels of the organization.
• You must reside in or be within commutable distance to the office location; willingness to travel and work beyond standard hours when necessary.

Ideally, you will have

• Existing Series 7 and/or 79 plus Series 63 securities licenses (in good standing) is a plus.
• A proven record of excellence in investment banking with a focus on M&A transactions.
• Experience in or interest in the Industrials sector.
• Knowledge of leveraging firm-approved AI tools in a business setting, including Microsoft Copilot.

What we look for

We’re seeking talented professionals who can visualize clients’ goals and think creatively to facilitate them—often in time-sensitive, high-intensity environments. If you meet the criteria above, have an entrepreneurial spirit, and a genuine passion for taking on new challenges, this role could be a good fit.

What we offer you

At EY, we develop you with future-focused skills and provide world-class experiences. We offer a flexible, inclusive environment that supports your talents within globally connected teams. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package rewards performance and value brought to the business. Base salary range for this role in all US locations is $100,000 to $125,000, with total rewards including medical/dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and ample paid time off. Salaries are determined by factors such as education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography.

Join our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Most external, client-serving roles are expected to work in person 40-60% of the time over an engagement, project, or year. We operate under a flexible vacation policy, with time off for EY paid holidays, seasonal breaks, personal/family care, and other leaves as needed for well-being.

How to apply

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. EY accepts applications on an ongoing basis.

Additional information

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